Hire Space
Lower Deck

Battersea Barge

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  • From £185
  • 100 Standing
  • ~5 mins from Battersea Power and Nine Elms stations or 10 mins from Vauxhall.
  • From £185
  • 100 Standing
  • ~5 mins from Battersea Power and Nine Elms stations or 10 mins from Vauxhall.

The Battersea Barge has a long tradition as a performance space, with a stage and full sound and lighting deck. Over the years there have been countless cabaret, musical theatre, comedy and music shows in this venue, its intimacy well suited for entertainment of all kinds.

We also offer the space for rehearsals and sound checks ahead of performances. For theatre, comedy, cabaret and all seated performances, you can arrange the space in a way that works best for you.

Our bar and kitchen will be open for people attending your performance to enjoy.

Frequently asked questions

Our standard hire fee is £185 hire fee + £200 authentication deposit towards access to the PA & t's & c's. We may be able to waive the hire fees on Sunday-Wednesdays & off peak Thursdays depending on your numbers.

The Lower Deck has a maximum capacity of approximately 120-140 standing guests, 100 seating in a cinema arrangement, or 45 for a cabaret-style setup.

To confirm a booking, you must pay the hire fee in full. A £200 authentication deposit is required for access to the PA system, which isn't claimed unless specified conditions are breached.

You may bring your own DJ, or use a DJ recommended by the venue for £285. Alternatively, you can use an iPod or laptop for music, which should be in keeping with the boat's vibe - easy-listening, fun, and upbeat.

Events must respect local noise restrictions as the venue is in a residential area. Music should maintain a vibe consistent with the venue’s easy-listening atmosphere and must end by the venue's operational hours.

Yes, you can pre-order food and drinks up to two weeks in advance, or purchase them directly from the bar until 10pm on the event night.

The venue does not permit outside drinks, and any external food would require payment of a food corkage fee as per agreement with venue management.

More about Battersea Barge

The newly refurbished Battersea Barge is a unique venue on the Thames, docked between Chelsea and Vauxhall Bridge, with views of the iconic Battersea Power Station.

With a bar, restaurant, and stage it’s the perfect venue for weddings (we are licensed), parties & shows/performances.

It also has a spacious interior, with upper, middle and lower decks and a whole boat capacity of 150. The lower deck seats 75.

The Barge is in a great location, just several minutes’ walk from Vauxhall tube and newly opened Battersea Power & Nine Elms tube stations.

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